How long do planning decisions take near Irton?

The average planning decision time near Irton is 62 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Irton?

The planning approval rate near Irton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Irton?

The most common type of planning application near Irton is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Irton?

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Irton, North Yorkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Irton, North Yorkshire.

North Yorkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Irton are administered by City Of York Council. View the full City Of York Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Irton

Irton is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles southwest of Scarborough in North Yorkshire, England. As of the 2011 census, Irton had a population of 312, reflecting a slight decline from 332 in 2001. By 2015, North Yorkshire County Council estimated the population at around 310, providing a small community for potential planning developments and local initiatives.

Population: 335 (2021)

District: Scarborough

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Area Information

Admin district: North Yorkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Scarborough and Whitby
LSOA: Scarborough 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Irton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Irton.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Irton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Irton.

- Land To The North Of Ayton Road Irton Scarborough North Yorkshire
Part Change of Use of Agricultural Storage Building to Commercial/Personal Storage. Siting of 2 Portacabins & Infill of Agricultural Building, including solar panels (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2025-08-29
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- 10 Ayton Road Irton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 4RG
Two storey side extension, rear extension, second storey extension and new porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2024-05-01
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- 47 Main Street Irton Scarborough North Yorkshire YO12 4RJ
Erection of replacement conservatory to rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Scarborough | Date: 2023-08-12
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A brief summary of Irton in North Yorkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Irton a particularly low-crime area.

Irton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Irton, Seamer. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Irton

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Irton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Irton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Irton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Irton were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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